A New Kind of Dog Bite Case Leads to $96,000 Jury Verdict for Our Client
Plattner Verderame, P.C. recently obtained a $96,000 jury verdict on behalf of a client who was attacked by two dogs. The case was not a typical dog bite case, however, which allowed attorney Nick Verderame to apply the law in a new – and successful – way for our client. Our client was taking his…
Read MoreThe Controversy Behind Aduhelm, the New Alzheimer’s Disease Drug
When one family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, the entire family can experience a range of emotions. Feelings of sadness, anger, hope, and depression can arise at many stages of the process, for the person living with the disease and the family. In those times, it is normal to wish for a remedy or…
Read MoreThe FDA’s Stance Against E-Cigarettes
Most people have a sweet tooth; our brains are hard-wired to like the high-energy nutrition that comes from sweet tasting natural foods. This is why some products like children’s cough syrups and chewy vitamins come in different fruity flavors. The sweetness appeals to children and makes it easier for the child to consume something that…
Read MoreBoppy Recalls Over Three Million Baby Pillows Following Eight Infant Deaths
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of several varieties of the Boppy Company’s newborn loungers for suffocation risks, after linking the product to the deaths of eight babies. These recalled products include Boppy Original Newborn Loungers, Boppy Preferred Newborn Loungers and Pottery Barn Kids Boppy Newborn Loungers. The infants reportedly suffocated after…
Read MoreIn-Car-Advertisements Are a New Type of Driver Distraction
Before technology took over our lives, there were many forms of driver distraction that caused accidents. With cellphones, a new level of driver distraction made driving dangerous. Now comes news that Ford has taken driver distraction to an even higher level. New Ford technology uses a billboard detection system that reads billboard ads and displays…
Read MoreClass Action Claim Filed Against Notre Dame and NCAA Over Concealing Head Injury Dangers
A proposed class action lawsuit filed against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and University of Notre Dame highlights the risks of brain injuries to athletes, right as high school and college football season gets under way. Filed in Indiana federal court, this suit claims that both the school and the NCAA failed to warn…
Read MorePhoenix Is Fighting Back Against Dangerous Drivers
A group of Phoenix cyclists and pedestrians, with the support of Maricopa County, is fighting back against distracted, impaired, and speeding drivers. Despite following motor vehicle and pedestrian laws, utilizing bike lanes, and avoiding the most dangerous roads in the region, cyclists and pedestrians are being hit and killed in record numbers. To combat these…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Dangerous Roads in Arizona
We know we’re a bit biased, but we think driving through Arizona is pretty extraordinary. There are some truly gorgeous scenic drives in our state, and every year, visitors come from all over the world to view them. But all that traffic, along with daily commutes, commercial transport, and unpredictable weather means some of our…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Road Debris Accidents
Mandy Poff had one of the scariest encounters anyone can experience on the road. While driving on State Route 51 in Phoenix, Arizona, she was traveling behind a pickup truck with an attached trailer when her car was struck by a metal pole. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the pickup truck struck…
Read MorePlattner Verderame Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers for 2022
Plattner Verderame, PC, is honored to announce that the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for the work we performed last year on behalf of our clients throughout Arizona. Eligible attorneys are determined by peer review. Attorneys are not permitted to nominate themselves for these awards. Lawyers are not guaranteed to…
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